Job Description

Requisition Number 3375BR

About the Agency

The Aga Khan Academies are an integrated network of residential schools dedicated to expanding access to education of an international standard of excellence to exceptional young men and women regardless of their ability to pay. The Aga Khan Academies foundational values include pluralism, meritocracy and civil society. Housed in spacious and attractive campuses with outstanding facilities, the Academies offer the International Baccalaureate (IB) Curriculum from Primary Years to the Diploma and provide a rich opportunity for both teachers and students alike to grow both professionally and personally. The first Aga Khan Academy opened in Mombasa, Kenya in 2003, the second in Hyderabad, India, in 2011, and the third in Maputo, in 2013. Others are to be built in Africa, South and Central Asia and the Middle East. More information...

Agency Aga Khan Academies

The position We are currently recruiting a Visual Arts Teacher for the PYP to join our team of experienced IB educators. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating arts related learning expeditions and partnerships with arts organizations as well as developing each student's skills, understanding and confidence through practical activities.

Duty & Responsibilities Plan curriculum documents in collaborative manner to reflect the standards and practices of the Academy in PYP. Engage in effective teaching practice that embraces inquiry teaching and learning methods and differentiate activities to meet the needs of all students Authentically access, record and track the progress of all students. Such information is to be communicated sensitively, effectively, and honestly with parents and guardians and be used to inform teaching practice Communicate necessary programmes information to all stakeholders Monitor all student's behavior to ensure the core values, as expressed in the student handbook and discipline policy, are adhered to throughout the school Contribution to the development of enrichment and residential experiences for students Communicate academic concerns to relevant mentor/Head of year Inspire and motivate students gain a deeper appreciation of Art

The requirements Qualifications Bachelor's degree from recognized university Must have internationally recognized teaching qualification or a Bed/Med At least 2 years of experience teaching in the subject area Experience managing an international choir (Music Teacher Position) Previous IB experience is preferred

Sector Social Development

Salary Salary and package to attract the best candidate

Job Expires 26-May-2023